Process Safety Specialist

Job title: PROCESS SAFETY SPECIALIST

Location: Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Job reference #: 33528

Contract type: Fixed-term

Language requirements: Fluent in English and French (written and spoken)

At Eni, we are looking for a Process Safety Specialist to join Eni Côte d'Ivoire in Abidjan. You will be responsible for supporting the implementation, monitoring, and continuous improvement of Process Safety Management (PSM) within Eni Côte d’Ivoire’s operations and projects. The role ensures compliance with Eni HSE standards, international regulations, and industry best practice, aiming to prevent major accident hazards and maintain asset integrity throughout operational activities.

About Eni Côte D'Ivoire Limited

Eni Côte d'Ivoire is a leading energy company committed to the energy transition and achieving carbon neutrality by 2050. Present in Côte d'Ivoire since 2015, Eni is actively involved in the exploration and development of hydrocarbon resources, including the significant Baleine and Calao discoveries, which are the largest in the country's history. Eni's operations in Côte d'Ivoire focus on sustainable development, leveraging innovative technologies and partnerships to enhance the value of natural gas and support local communities through initiatives in education, health, and agricultural production.

Advantages of working for Eni Côte d'Ivoire include opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic and innovative environment, a commitment to sustainability, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on local communities.

Main Responsibilities

• Monthly reviews (Employee / Mentor / Manager).
• Support the implementation of Process Safety Management requirements across operational and project activities.
• Promote process safety culture and awareness within Eni and contractor organisations.
• Participate in HAZID, HAZOP, Bow-Tie, SIL, and other risk assessment studies.
• Support the identification and mitigation of Major Accident Hazards (MAH).
• Follow up on the implementation of recommendations resulting from risk assessments and audits.
• Contribute to the development and review of Safety Critical Elements (SCEs).
• Support operations during commissioning, start-up, shutdown, and modification activities.
• Participate in Management of Change (MoC) processes.
• Monitor process safety barriers and performance indicators.
• Assist in incident investigations related to process safety events and near misses.
• Support the preparation and implementation of process safety audits and inspections.
• Ensure compliance with local regulations, Eni requirements, and international standards.
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities related to major accident scenarios.
• Monitor and report process safety KPIs.
• Support contractor process safety performance monitoring.

Skills And Experience Required

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Industrial Safety Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Significant experience in Process Safety, Operations, HSE, or Engineering within the oil & gas industry.
• Experience in upstream/offshore operations is an advantage.
• Experience with major hazard facilities and risk assessment methodologies is preferred.

Required Competencies:

• Knowledge of Process Safety Management principles.
• Familiarity with HAZOP, HAZID, SIL assessment, Bow-Tie analysis, MoC processes, and incident investigation methodologies.
• Knowledge of international standards and regulations related to process safety
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Required Capabilities:

• Strong communication and reporting skills.
• Team player with the ability to work in multicultural environments.
• Proactive and safety-oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage priorities.

Additional Requirements:

• Willingness to travel to operational sites, including offshore locations where required.
• Ability to participate in emergency response activities when necessary.

How To Apply

• Applications are only accepted through our online application system.
• Please upload your CV in English.

About Eni

Eni is a global energy company operating in 61 Countries, with over 30,000 employees. Originally an oil & gas company, it has evolved into an integrated energy company, playing a key role in ensuring energy security and leading the energy transition. Eni's goal is to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050 through the decarbonization of its processes and of the products it sells to its customers. In line with this goal, Eni invests in the research and development of technologies that can accelerate the transition to increasingly sustainable energy. Renewable energy sources, bio-refining, carbon capture and storage are only some examples of Eni's areas of activity and research. In addition, the company is exploring game-changing technologies such as fusion energy – a technology based on the physical processes that power stars and that could generate safe, virtually limitless energy with zero emissions.

Working at Eni

At Eni we believe in enterprising people, capable of making a difference and making their contribution with passion and innovation, to respond to the global challenges of the energy transition. For us, the skills and attitudes of each individual, continuous training, and diversity and inclusion are fundamental. We promote flexible ways of working with particular attention to well-being, welfare and work life-balance. Eni will evaluate applications considering plurality and diversity as sources of enrichment. If your application is assessed to be among those most in line with the required profile, you will be contacted to continue the selection process. Whatever your ambition, at Eni you can find the tools to make it happen.

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